1995 Plymouth Breeze vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 450 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Breeze. 2012 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1995 Plymouth Breeze has manual transmission. 1995 Plymouth Breeze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Plymouth Breeze | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Plymouth | Acura |
| Model | Breeze | TL |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
